Liz Dunshee
@lizdunshee.bsky.social
CorpGov and securities law geek, harried mom, fun when well-rested. Opinions my own.
We were delighted to interview Eun Ah Choi of Nasdaq for our latest episode of the Women Governance Trailblazers podcast!
Women Governance Trailblazers - Eun Ah Choi - Women Governance Trailblazers | Courtney Schuster Kamlet
🌟 New Episode Alert: Women Governance Trailblazers Podcast! 🌟 We're excited to share our latest episode of the Women Governance Trailblazers #podcast, where we celebrate the journeys of inspiring…
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May 8, 2025 at 2:50 PM
We were delighted to interview Eun Ah Choi of Nasdaq for our latest episode of the Women Governance Trailblazers podcast!
More efforts from Texas to encourage companies to move their operations and/or incorporation to the Lone Star State.
Shareholder Proposals: Texas Lawmakers Approve Hiking Ownership Thresholds | Liz Dunshee
The Texas legislature is sending a bill to Governor Greg Abbott that, if signed into law, would permit Texas-based public companies to impose (much) greater ownership & solicitation thresholds on…
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May 8, 2025 at 1:44 PM
More efforts from Texas to encourage companies to move their operations and/or incorporation to the Lone Star State.
We’re already seeing the SEC take a new deregulatory approach to crypto, as I shared in other blogs this week, plus (predicted) abandonment of climate disclosure. It’s clear that agency heads are under a lot of pressure to delete rules, and even more so after this week’s directive. #publiccompanies
No Comment: Agencies Directed to Quickly Deregulate | TheCorporateCounsel.net
No Comment: Agencies Directed to Quickly Deregulate | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including an article from POLITICO by Hassan Ali Kanu). #executiveorder…
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April 11, 2025 at 5:25 PM
We’re already seeing the SEC take a new deregulatory approach to crypto, as I shared in other blogs this week, plus (predicted) abandonment of climate disclosure. It’s clear that agency heads are under a lot of pressure to delete rules, and even more so after this week’s directive. #publiccompanies
Farewell IPO Window, We Hardly Knew Ye…
I shared thoughts in today’s blog on TheCorporateCounsel.net about the IPO window slamming shut - and being ready to seize the moment if and when the market recovers. #IPOs #capitalraising
I shared thoughts in today’s blog on TheCorporateCounsel.net about the IPO window slamming shut - and being ready to seize the moment if and when the market recovers. #IPOs #capitalraising
Farewell IPO Window, We Hardly Knew Ye… | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Farewell IPO Window, We Hardly Knew Ye... | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including a press release from the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services and an…
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April 8, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Farewell IPO Window, We Hardly Knew Ye…
I shared thoughts in today’s blog on TheCorporateCounsel.net about the IPO window slamming shut - and being ready to seize the moment if and when the market recovers. #IPOs #capitalraising
I shared thoughts in today’s blog on TheCorporateCounsel.net about the IPO window slamming shut - and being ready to seize the moment if and when the market recovers. #IPOs #capitalraising
Don’t miss our latest podcast!
Available on TheCorporateCounsel.net for streaming - www.thecorporatecounsel.net/nonmember/In...
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#podcast #mentorship #leadership #publiccompanies | Liz Dunshee
Dave Lynn and I recently interviewed Keir Gumbs - Principal & General Counsel at Edward Jones - for the latest episode of "Mentorship Matters with Dave & Liz." Keir is very motivating, and the…
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April 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Don’t miss our latest podcast!
Available on TheCorporateCounsel.net for streaming - www.thecorporatecounsel.net/nonmember/In...
Available on TheCorporateCounsel.net for streaming - www.thecorporatecounsel.net/nonmember/In...
Market Volatility Returns: Some Essential Resources | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Market Volatility Returns: Some Essential Resources | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Market Volatility Returns: Some Essential Resources | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Dave Lynn (including an article from Nasdaq). #stockmarket #marketvolatility #corpgov…
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April 8, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Market Volatility Returns: Some Essential Resources | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Are Stablecoins “Securities”? Corp Fin Outlines Factors It Considers
Are Stablecoins “Securities”? Corp Fin Outlines Factors It Considers | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Are Stablecoins "Securities"? Corp Fin Outlines Factors It Considers | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including a statement from the U.S. Securities and Exchange…
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April 7, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Are Stablecoins “Securities”? Corp Fin Outlines Factors It Considers
The SEC dropped its defense of last year’s #climatedisclosure rules, but state intervenors have asked the court to pause litigation until the SEC determines what to do with the rules. The states argue this would preserve judicial resources and avoid an unnecessary decision on the issues raised.
SEC Climate Disclosure Rules: State Intervenors Request Litigation Hold | TheCorporateCounsel.net
SEC Climate Disclosure Rules: State Intervenors Request Litigation Hold | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including a blog post from The State Energy &…
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April 7, 2025 at 7:17 PM
The SEC dropped its defense of last year’s #climatedisclosure rules, but state intervenors have asked the court to pause litigation until the SEC determines what to do with the rules. The states argue this would preserve judicial resources and avoid an unnecessary decision on the issues raised.
Incentive Plan Trends at Tech Companies ➡️
Based on analysis from Compensation Advisory Partners
#executivecompensation
Based on analysis from Compensation Advisory Partners
#executivecompensation
Incentive Plan Trends at Tech Companies | CompensationStandards.com
Incentive Plan Trends at Tech Companies | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including a report from Compensation Advisory Partners by Melissa Burek, Joanna…
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April 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Incentive Plan Trends at Tech Companies ➡️
Based on analysis from Compensation Advisory Partners
#executivecompensation
Based on analysis from Compensation Advisory Partners
#executivecompensation
A reminder on ISS’s new FAQ about performance-based equity disclosures - and other predictions for the current proxy season.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies #proxyseason
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies #proxyseason
Prepare for Scrutiny of “Performance-Vesting Equity” | CompensationStandards.com
Prepare for Scrutiny of "Performance-Vesting Equity" | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including an article from ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services by Marc…
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April 2, 2025 at 4:30 PM
A reminder on ISS’s new FAQ about performance-based equity disclosures - and other predictions for the current proxy season.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies #proxyseason
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies #proxyseason
DOGE Visits the SEC: What’s Next? | TheCorporateCounsel.net
DOGE Visits the SEC: What’s Next? | TheCorporateCounsel.net
DOGE Visits the SEC: What's Next? | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Dave Lynn (including an article from Reuters by Chris Prentice and Douglas Gillison). #DOGE #SEC…
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April 2, 2025 at 1:20 PM
DOGE Visits the SEC: What’s Next? | TheCorporateCounsel.net
📣 The SEC’s Small Business Forum is next Thursday, April 10th! If you’re involved with capital raising for smaller companies - from seed rounds to mature private funding to entering the public markets - this is the place to share ideas & get info about applicable regs. Read the blog for details!
Capital Raising in Focus: The SEC’s 44th Annual Small Business Forum | Dave Lynn
As I note on TheCorporateCounsel.net today, the SEC’s 44th Annual Small Business Forum is taking place on April 10. I am honored to be speaking at the Forum this year, participating in a panel titled…
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April 2, 2025 at 1:18 PM
📣 The SEC’s Small Business Forum is next Thursday, April 10th! If you’re involved with capital raising for smaller companies - from seed rounds to mature private funding to entering the public markets - this is the place to share ideas & get info about applicable regs. Read the blog for details!
What Year’s First 100 Proxies Say About Executive Compensation ➡️ From a Pearl Meyer analysis of proxy statements filed by S&P 500 companies in early 2025.
In: personal security, performance-based stock.
Out: “DEI” metrics in incentive plans.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies
In: personal security, performance-based stock.
Out: “DEI” metrics in incentive plans.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies
What This Year’s First 100 Proxies Say About Executive Compensation | CompensationStandards.com
What This Year's First 100 Proxies Say About Executive Compensation | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including an article from Pearl Meyer by Steven Van Putten).…
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April 2, 2025 at 1:05 PM
What Year’s First 100 Proxies Say About Executive Compensation ➡️ From a Pearl Meyer analysis of proxy statements filed by S&P 500 companies in early 2025.
In: personal security, performance-based stock.
Out: “DEI” metrics in incentive plans.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies
In: personal security, performance-based stock.
Out: “DEI” metrics in incentive plans.
#executivecompensation #publiccompanies
Reposted by Liz Dunshee
Breaking: The US Federal Communications Commission is prepared to block mergers and acquisition proposals from companies that promote “invidious” DEI policies, according to chairman Brendan Carr
FCC’s Carr Threatens to Block M&A for Companies With DEI Plans
The US Federal Communications Commission is prepared to block mergers and acquisition proposals from companies that promote “invidious” DEI policies, according to chairman Brendan Carr.
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March 21, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Breaking: The US Federal Communications Commission is prepared to block mergers and acquisition proposals from companies that promote “invidious” DEI policies, according to chairman Brendan Carr
Very useful benchmarking info from Debevoise and my CCRcorp colleague Meredith Ervine about the timing and content of Form 8-K disclosure about material #cybersecurity incidents. #publiccompanies
Cyber Disclosure: Statistics from the 8-Ks Filed To Date | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Cyber Disclosure: Statistics from the 8-Ks Filed to Date | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Meredith Ervine (including an alert from…
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March 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Very useful benchmarking info from Debevoise and my CCRcorp colleague Meredith Ervine about the timing and content of Form 8-K disclosure about material #cybersecurity incidents. #publiccompanies
I blogged today on CompensationStandards.com about a recent example of a “Customer Satisfaction” metric that is getting positive press. The announcement about the #executivecompensation program was accompanied by a commitment to public progress results on the overall strategic goal.
“Customer Satisfaction” Metrics: A Recent Example | CompensationStandards.com
"Customer Satisfaction" Metrics: A Recent Example | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including an article from Healthcare…
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March 19, 2025 at 5:43 PM
I blogged today on CompensationStandards.com about a recent example of a “Customer Satisfaction” metric that is getting positive press. The announcement about the #executivecompensation program was accompanied by a commitment to public progress results on the overall strategic goal.
I was pleased to be quoted in this article from Ben Miller at Bloomberg Law about the recent rule update on delegated enforcement authority at the SEC. news.bloomberglaw.com/securities-l...
#securitieslaw
#securitieslaw
SEC Enforcement Director Loses Obama-Era Subpoena Authority
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s top brass will exercise stricter control over investigations into US public companies as the Trump administration rolls back a 2009 policy that delegated…
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March 19, 2025 at 3:31 PM
I was pleased to be quoted in this article from Ben Miller at Bloomberg Law about the recent rule update on delegated enforcement authority at the SEC. news.bloomberglaw.com/securities-l...
#securitieslaw
#securitieslaw
In this podcast, I learned why boards face more pressure in a deregulatory environment, how directors can use communication tools - including AI - to be more effective, & how #corpgov practitioners can best help boards adapt to quickly changing issues. Thanks to Niamh Corbett of Board Intelligence!
Women Governance Trailblazers - Niamh Corbett - Women Governance… | Courtney Schuster Kamlet
🎙️I'm thrilled to share that Liz Dunshee and my latest Women Governance Trailblazers #podcast episode is live. This episode features the incredible Niamh Corbett, Head of Americas at Board…
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March 6, 2025 at 8:55 PM
In this podcast, I learned why boards face more pressure in a deregulatory environment, how directors can use communication tools - including AI - to be more effective, & how #corpgov practitioners can best help boards adapt to quickly changing issues. Thanks to Niamh Corbett of Board Intelligence!
The end of an era!
Where Have All the Schedule 13Gs Gone? | TheCorporateCounsel.net
Where Have All the Schedule 13Gs Gone? | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Dave Lynn. #SEC #proxystatements #regulations #corpgov https://lnkd.in/gSScA83b
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March 5, 2025 at 6:39 PM
The end of an era!
BlackRock and Vanguard have resumed engagements, but it still will be interesting to see where “responsiveness” policies go from here… Cooley has a tips on what to do if you can’t get a meeting.
#publiccompanies #shareholderengagement #proxyseason #securitieslaw
#publiccompanies #shareholderengagement #proxyseason #securitieslaw
Compensation-Related Shareholder Engagement: Time-Sensitive Complications… | CompensationStandards.com
Compensation-Related Shareholder Engagement: Time-Sensitive Complications for 2025 | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz Dunshee (including a memo from Cooley LLP).…
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March 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
BlackRock and Vanguard have resumed engagements, but it still will be interesting to see where “responsiveness” policies go from here… Cooley has a tips on what to do if you can’t get a meeting.
#publiccompanies #shareholderengagement #proxyseason #securitieslaw
#publiccompanies #shareholderengagement #proxyseason #securitieslaw
A lot of us are getting dizzy…
The CTA Merry-Go-Round Keeps Spinning – Treasury Halts Enforcement | TheCorporateCounsel.net
The CTA Merry-Go-Round Keeps Spinning - Treasury Halts Enforcement | The Corporate Counsel A new blog post by Senior Editor Dave Lynn (including a press…
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March 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
A lot of us are getting dizzy…
In its 2025 voting policy, State Street has stepped back from tying expectations to a specific voting outcome. For comp committee chairs in the S&P 500, that means they may still get a yes vote if a company doesn’t publish an EEO-1 report. But maybe not. Not clear yet how much of a change this is.
More on State Street’s 2025 Voting Policies: EEO-1 Publication No Longer… | CompensationStandards.com
More on State Street's 2025 Voting Policies: EEO-1 Publication No Longer Tied to Specific Voting Outcome | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior…
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March 4, 2025 at 2:37 PM
In its 2025 voting policy, State Street has stepped back from tying expectations to a specific voting outcome. For comp committee chairs in the S&P 500, that means they may still get a yes vote if a company doesn’t publish an EEO-1 report. But maybe not. Not clear yet how much of a change this is.
We now have 2025 voting policy updates from each of the “Big 3” asset managers. They’ve all made changes in response to the current landscape. How it plays out in practices and AGM voting outcomes is TBD. #proxyseason #publiccompanies #shareholderengagement
CompensationStandards.com on LinkedIn: State Street’s 2025 Voting Policies: Same “Say-on-Pay” Factors, Fewer…
State Street's 2025 Voting Policies: Same "Say-on-Pay" Factors, Fewer Details on Consequences | Compensation Standards A new blog post by Senior Editor Liz…
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March 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM
We now have 2025 voting policy updates from each of the “Big 3” asset managers. They’ve all made changes in response to the current landscape. How it plays out in practices and AGM voting outcomes is TBD. #proxyseason #publiccompanies #shareholderengagement
In a rare (and unexpected) move, proxy advisor ISS has issued an early-season voting policy update to say it’s halting consideration of board #diversity for US companies. The times, they are a-changin’. #proxyseason #publiccompanies #corpgov
DEI: ISS Halts Consideration of Board Diversity! : TheCorporateCounsel.net Blog
February 12, 2025
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February 12, 2025 at 12:40 PM
In a rare (and unexpected) move, proxy advisor ISS has issued an early-season voting policy update to say it’s halting consideration of board #diversity for US companies. The times, they are a-changin’. #proxyseason #publiccompanies #corpgov
It’s a great time of year to brush up on #shareholderproposal trends. Check out the latest “Understanding Activism” podcast with John and J.T.! #proxyseason #shareholderactivism #ESG
CCRcorp on LinkedIn: A new episode of Understanding Activism with John & J.T., "Shareholder…
A new episode of Understanding Activism with John & J.T., "Shareholder Proposal and Activism Trends," is available now! John Jenkins and Justin "J.T." Ho are joined by special guest Jun Frank,…
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January 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
It’s a great time of year to brush up on #shareholderproposal trends. Check out the latest “Understanding Activism” podcast with John and J.T.! #proxyseason #shareholderactivism #ESG